Why Mexico?
Mexico is one of the largest exporters to the U.S & one of its strongest trade partners. Trade between Mexico & the U.S. is free and mature. After the ratification of NAFTA decades ago & now USMCA, doing business in Mexico is easier, more predictable & profitable compared to other alternatives in Asia & other regions. More importantly, the U.S. & Mexico governments continue to work closely together to ensure supply chains continue to operate effectively – even during the pandemic. Ciudad Juarez, a city right across from El Paso, Texas, for example, operates over 400 manufacturing facilities employing over 400,000 skilled workers.
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Highly Skilled Workforce
- Manufacturing workers in Mexico’s maquiladora program (IMMEX) are highly skilled.
- Manufacturing workers in Mexico’s maquiladora program (IMMEX) are highly skilled.
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Streamlined Logistics
- Greater proximity to US
- Lower transportation/freight costs
- Shorter lead times
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Developed Manufacturing Capabilities
- Capabilities in the Aerospace, Automotive, Med Device, CPG, and general manufacturing industries (among others)
- Established trade (82B USD trade volume between Mexico & Texas annually)